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Although this is a time of great disruption and change, it also presents an opportunity for new beginnings as many employers are forced to bring in new workers.
equipment you’ll need for each new employee. If outgoing employees left gear behind or if you have a pool of shared safety equipment, inspect each piece carefully for any signs of wear or damage and replace anything that you flag. Don’t forget to include any small items like gloves and safety glasses that you might be ordering continuously anyway.
It’s important for all employees—but especially new hires— to understand when and how to use personal fall protection equipment in order to prevent serious accidents, and that their gear is in perfect working order when they need it.
An Opportunity for Veterans to Refresh and
Review Their Habits and Equipment
Why limit your training and equipping efforts to new employees?
A changing of the guard can be a chance to review your team’s equipment and to do a little spring cleaning if necessary. When you’re getting ready to order equipment for new employees, take a moment to inspect your existing equipment for signs of aging or wear and tear. You can typically save money by adding other gear replacements or upgrades to an order you have to place anyway.
In fact, while you’re sending your new employees through their training, it could be an opportunity to get your veteran workers involved and give them a chance to get a refresher, too. It’s a perfect time to review your safety practices and protocols to make sure your crew is working safely. Asking your veterans to help train the new workforce is a great way for them to share their knowledge and expertise while also letting them see the training materials again with fresh eyes.
Although this is a time of great disruption and change, it also presents an opportunity for new beginnings as many employers are forced to bring in new workers. As challenging as change can be, with these fresh faces come new perspectives, new energy, and new ideas that can add tremendous value to our workforce. Here’s hoping your new hires, properly trained and equipped, turn out to be excellent additions to your team in the months and years ahead.
David Ivey is Sales Manager for Malta Dynamics. He is a member of the ANSI Z359 committee and has overseen the engineering and installation of custom fall protection systems. For more information or with questions about OSHA compliance of fall protection systems and training, contact divey@maltadynamics.com.
RESOURCES
1. https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3666.pdf
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